Paternity Law Services in Michigan

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For unwed parents, establishing paternity is the most important step in securing and protecting your rights with your children. Parentage must be established before custody, parenting time, and child support issues can be determined. Of equal importance, Michigan has recently enacted the Revocation of Paternity Act, which now allows legal parents to contest paternity under certain circumstances and within specific time frames. Contact the attorneys at The Pazner Law Firm, PC/Fathers' Rights for Equality in Divorce in Southfield, MI, who specialize in men’s rights and securing a fair outcome for our clients.

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Paternity FAQs

  • Why is establishing paternity important?

    Establishing paternity creates the legal parent-child relationship, allowing issues such as custody, parenting time, child support, and inheritance rights to be determined.

  • How is paternity established?

    Paternity may be established voluntarily by both parents or through a court proceeding that may include genetic testing.

  • Can a father seek custody after establishing paternity?

    Yes. Once paternity is legally established, fathers generally have the right to seek custody or parenting time.

  • Can paternity be challenged?

    In some situations, paternity may be challenged through legal proceedings, depending on the facts and applicable state law.

  • Is DNA testing required?

    Not always. DNA testing is typically used when parentage is disputed.

  • Does establishing paternity automatically create child support obligations?

    Establishing paternity may allow the court to issue child support orders, along with determining custody and visitation rights.

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